Workers in industries protected by tariffs and quotas are likely to support these trade restrictions because
A)they do not want to offend their employers who want them.
B)politicians lobby to convince workers the restrictions will make them better off.
C)they believe the restrictions will protect their jobs.
D)they don't understand that the restrictions will threaten their jobs.

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Workers in industries protected by tariffs and quotas are likely to support these trade restrictions because they believe the restrictions will protect their jobs. They fear that if trade restrictions are removed, the industry will face stiff competition from foreign producers leading to job losses. Therefore, they support restrictions that will protect their industry and their jobs.

Workers in Industries Protected by Tariffs and Quotas Are Likely